This vehicle was abandoned on Fairview Drive in West Manheim Township after a hit and run. (Submitted )

A Hanover man fled his vehicle and allegedly tried to hide drugs in a nearby yard following a June 17 car crash, according to a West Manheim Police Facebook post.

Jeremy James Long, 31, was arrested and charged with driving under the influence, possession of controlled substances, tampering with physical evidence and several traffic violations, the post stated.

Long had been driving north in the 1900 block of Baltimore Pike when he crossed over the center lines and hit an oncoming vehicle. He fled the scene in his car before abandoning it on Fairview Drive and continuing on foot after a witness followed him, the post stated.

Long allegedly attempted to hide drugs and drug paraphernalia in a yard but police were able to apprehend him.

Long was taken to central booking for arraignment. The 31-year-old had three previous arrests for drug possession charges, according to court documents.

The victim in the crash sustained minor injuries and both cars were towed, the post stated.